VocabJLPT N3
to dislike
Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to appear uncomfortable (with)
  2. 2. to seem to hate
A verb meaning to show dislike or reluctance toward something, or to act as if you find something unpleasant. It describes the outward display of aversion, often observed in someone else's behavior.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Why does he seem so reluctant to give out his contact info?

Sentence 2

Why does everyone get uncomfortable the closer you get to the truth about that rumor?

Sentence 3

I offered to help and my little brother got all annoyed! Why though?

Sentence 4

If you push for an answer on the spot, people tend to resist making a decision.

Sentence 5

If you rush them, they might be reluctant to cooperate.